Cast Features Rising Young TV & Film Stars Kenton Duty, Daniel Flaherty, Katherine McNamara; Original Soundtrack Songs Also Performed by Key Cast Members
In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month (October) and its ongoing commitment to bullying prevention through Stop Bullying: Speak Up, Cartoon Network will present the world television premiere of CONTEST, a new, feature-length live-action movie drama, on Sunday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. (ET/PT). Featuring a cast of rising young actors from popular television series and movies, CONTEST (rated TV-PG-LV) explores themes of trust, forgiveness, loyalty and redemption presented in a story about a bully who learns to appreciate and understand others not like himself, and a victim who accepts that true friendship can result from unlikely circumstances. The television premiere event will be followed immediately with a live online Q&A at StopBullyingSpeakUp.com with author and family expert Rosalind Wiseman (Masterminds & Wingmen, Queen Bees & Wannabes) to discuss issues presented within the film, and recommendations on how kids, parents and educators can most effectively address bullying in their own schools & neighborhoods.
In recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month (October) and its ongoing commitment to bullying prevention through Stop Bullying: Speak Up, Cartoon Network will present the world television premiere of CONTEST, a new, feature-length live-action movie drama, on Sunday, Oct. 6, at 6 p.m. (ET/PT). Featuring a cast of rising young actors from popular television series and movies, CONTEST (rated TV-PG-LV) explores themes of trust, forgiveness, loyalty and redemption presented in a story about a bully who learns to appreciate and understand others not like himself, and a victim who accepts that true friendship can result from unlikely circumstances. The television premiere event will be followed immediately with a live online Q&A at StopBullyingSpeakUp.com with author and family expert Rosalind Wiseman (Masterminds & Wingmen, Queen Bees & Wannabes) to discuss issues presented within the film, and recommendations on how kids, parents and educators can most effectively address bullying in their own schools & neighborhoods.
ABC Talent and Casting Announces the Winner of THE 2018 ABC DISCOVERS: DIGITAL TALENT COMPETITION
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 20, 2018
ABC Talent and Casting today announced Terry Hu, originally from Los Angeles, California, as the 2018 winner of the ABC Discovers: Digital Talent Competition in the U.S. The announcement follows a contest that garnered submissions from actors across the United States. Visit ABCDiscovers.com to view ...
Internationally Acclaimed Author, Katherine Kurtz, Named as Judge for...
by Robert Diamond - November 08, 2018
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PB Poetry Festival Launches Ekphrastic Poetry Contest Inspired By 'Tech Effect' Exhibit At Cornell Museum
by Stephi Wild - October 25, 2018
Susan R. Williamson, Director of the Palm Beach Poetry Festival, has announced the 2019 Ekphrastic Poetry Contest, inspired by the TECH EFFECT exhibition which is on display through February 17 at the Cornell Museum at Old School Square in Delray Beach....
Get Cooking with Aunt Nellie's County Fair Recipe Contest
by Marina Kennedy - October 24, 2018
With the leaves turning and temperatures falling, it means that county and state fairs - and their iconic food competitions are wrapping up. Each year, hundreds of America's best home cooks vie for blue ribbons and bragging rights for their original creations. Aunt Nellie's is tapping into this gene...
by Robert Diamond - October 15, 2018
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Tundra Restaurant Supply Presents Its 'Party On! Contest'
by Marina Kennedy - October 13, 2018
Tundra Restaurant Supply (http:www.etundra.com) announces its 'Party On! Contest' where fans have a chance to win 4 dozen party glasses from Cardinal. From now until October 26th, contestants can enter for a chance to win 4 dozen party glasses from Cardinal. As a sophisticated take on the iconic ...
Hoedown on the Harpeth 2018 Seeks Fiddle Contestants
by Julie Musbach - October 05, 2018
Fiddlers of all ages are invited to participate in the 2nd annual "Tennessee Style" fiddle contest at Hoedown On The Harpeth. Beginner and intermediate fiddlers will compete with fellow-aged fiddlers for cash prizes and ribbons in the following groups: Tadpole 0-10, Junior 10-14, Middle 14-18. Th...
Ringo Starr Honors John Lennon Songwriting Contest Winner
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 03, 2018
The John Lennon Songwriting Contest (JLSC), the preeminent, international songwriting contest open to amateur and professional songwriters, named Jasmine Crowe and Josh Anderson the winners of the coveted “OWC $20,000 Song of the Year”, the highest honor bestowed by the contest, for their orig...
Kumu Kahua Theatre Announces Playwriting Contest Winners
by A.A. Cristi - September 24, 2018
The judges have come to a consensus on the prizewinners for THE 2017 KUMU KAHUA/UHM THEATRE DEPARTMENT PLAYWRITING CONTEST. The winner of the $600 Hawai'i Prize is Lee A. Tonouchi of Aiea, Hawai'i for his comedy, Old Futs. John Mazur of Kailua, Hawai'i is the winner of the $250 Resident Prize for ...
BBC Opens Public Song Submissions for EUROVISION 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 19, 2018
The BBC has confirmed the United Kingdom's participation in the 64th Eurovision Song Contest held in Tel Aviv, Israel next May; as well as opening the public song submissions to find the UK's entry....
Tel Aviv Will Host Eurovision 2019
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 14, 2018
The 64th Eurovision Song Contest will be taking place at the Expo Tel Aviv (International Convention Center) in Israel on Tuesday 14, Thursday 16 and Saturday 18 May 2019....
The ABC Discovers: Digital Talent Competition is Now Live
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 10, 2018
ABC Talent and Casting's annual ABC Discovers: Digital Talent Competition, which takes place Monday, Sept. 10 – Monday, Sept. 24, is now live. The competition aims to discover and champion actors who may not have had the opportunity to be seen yet by a team of professional casting executives. In t...
Season Nine of THE TALK Premieres September 10th
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 06, 2018
Great friends, great talk! The ninth season of the Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show THE TALK premieres Monday, Sept. 10 (2:00-3:00 PM, ET; 1:00-2:00 PM, PT/CT) on the CBS Television Network. The season kicks off with a week of celebrity guests, including television host Dr. Phil McGraw, actress ...
$30,000 In College Scholarships Up For Grabs In 'Reel' Milk Moment Video Contest
by Marina Kennedy - August 28, 2018
With today's college students known as the "iGeneration," Arizona Milk Producers are helping them earn college scholarships their way via videos submitted on Instagram and online....
The California Roots Music and Arts Festival Announces the Forever Redwoods Contest
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 16, 2018
The California Roots Music and Arts Festival is thrilled to announce their “Forever Redwoods Contest” launching today, August 15, 2018. The contest will run forone-month and the grand prize winners will receive two (2) Redwood Passes for life! The Redwood Passes are Cali Roots unique take on a V...
Winning Writers Announces the Winners of the 17th Annual Wergle Flomp...
by Robert Diamond - August 15, 2018
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Entenmann's Announces the Winner of its First-Ever Chief Donut Officer Contest
by Marina Kennedy - August 08, 2018
The votes are in, and Rana A. from Panama City, Florida, has been named the winner of the Entenmann's Chief Donut Officer Contest. In addition to the coveted honorary title, she will bring home $5,000, a year's supply of donuts and other sweet prizes....
Writers of the Future Announces Kary English as New First Reader
by Robert Diamond - August 05, 2018
Over its 34 year history, the Contest has recognized 404 winners who have gone on to publish 1,150 novels and 4,450 short stories. Of these, 192 are still active with a writing career-that's over 40%. Twelve of these Contest winners have gone on to become NYT bestselling authors: Dave Wolverton (aka...
TLC Kicks Off Second Annual 'Give A Little TLC' Contest & Continues Anti-Bullying Partnership with Redbook Magazine
by Macon Prickett - July 05, 2018
TLC has launched and is accepting entries for its second annual GIVE A LITTLE TLC contest, the network's national multiplatform campaign dedicated to empowering individuals to make a difference in the lives of those in need by giving a little time, support and compassion. Presented in partnership wi...
DER FREISCHÜTZ Comes To Burgtheater This Fall
by Karen Stahl - June 21, 2018
DER FREISCHÜTZ, a romantic opera in three acts, is coming to the Burgtheater in September....
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Announces 60th Anniversary Recipe Contest Winner
by Marina Kennedy - June 18, 2018
After more than 13,000 on-line votes in the Perkins Restaurant & Bakery 60 th Anniversary Recipe contest, America has spoken and determined that the Monte Cristo Sandwich, ham and cheese dipped in batter and fried for a delicious classic, is the crowd favorite! The recipe, submitted by Debra Jo ...
The Economist Launches Film and Essay Competitions
by Macon Prickett - May 31, 2018
The Economist is engaging young readers in its Open Future initiative with the launch of film and essay competitions. Open Future is an editorial initiative to remake the case for the newspapers' founding principles of individual freedom and free trade, which are being challenged in today's politica...
Empire State Building And STATE Grill Launch Summer #EmpireLightsWich Ice Cream Sandwich Contest
by Marina Kennedy - May 24, 2018
STATE Grill and Bar (STATE), the flagship restaurant of the Empire State Building (ESB), today announced the launch of its second annual #EmpireLightsWich contest to kick off the summer. The contest will run from May 23 through July 31 and invites foodies and photographers alike to share their best ...
The Giant Barbecue Battle - Washington's Tastiest Summer Celebration
by Marina Kennedy - May 22, 2018
For the past 25 years, tens of thousands of people have flocked to our nation's capital to celebrate the 'Official Start of Summer' at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, one of the largest and most unique food and music festivals in the country....
The Giant Barbecue Battle - Washington's Tastiest Summer Celebration
by Marina Kennedy - May 19, 2018
For the past 25 years, tens of thousands of people have flocked to our nation's capital to celebrate the 'Official Start of Summer' at the Giant National Capital Barbecue Battle, one of the largest and most unique food and music festivals in the country....
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